Chapter 248:

As Elyse walked, she gradually composed herself. She asked Jayden calmly, “Where have you been? Why are you back so late?”

Jayden reassured her by gently patting her hand, saying, “I faced a bit of trouble, but it’s all sorted now. I’m here to stand by you, so you don’t need to worry about anything now.”

Elyse didn’t say anything. She received no real explanation, and Jayden seemed to dismiss the issue too casually. He didn’t understand how vulnerable she had felt waiting for him.

“Jayden, where were you? Why didn’t you inform me?” Elyse could no longer hide her disappointment, feeling defeated.

Jayden tried to soothe her again, “Don’t worry about it. I haven’t betrayed your trust. Something unexpected came up. I’ll make it up to you later.”

Elyse inquired, “What unexpected thing happened to you?”

Clearly irritated by her persistent questioning, Jayden did not mask his annoyance and responded, “I’ve already mentioned that it’s not important. Why do you keep bringing it up?”

Elyse stopped in her tracks. “I’m your wife, aren’t I? Shouldn’t I be aware of what’s going on with you?”

word

and stared at him in disbelief. Jayden clenched his jaw, seeming about to speak. However, she

out a quiet sigh and trailed

hall, the guests engaged Jayden in conversation while Elyse was left out. Noticing Elyse’s disappointment, Tracy approached, draped an arm over her shoulder, and murmured, “What’s the matter? Aren’t you glad Jayden is

he hadn’t

the tension in her voice and realized they had

birthday party. Try to enjoy it. Don’t look so upset,”

came over to Elyse

said, presenting her with the

servant approached to take it from her. “I was caught up with something important today. That’s why I’m late.” As he explained, Brooks’ gaze involuntarily drifted towards Corrie. Meanwhile, Corrie looked at

and asked with curiosity, “Why

his mouth with his palm and coughed. He deliberately put on airs and said, “She’s my date today. She knew you were celebrating your birthday, so she wanted to join and asked

it was

his behavior. As he tilted his head back, he seemed as

approached slowly in his wheelchair. His gaze lingered on Corrie momentarily before shifting away.

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